Amber Amortegui
Intern, Summer 2020Amber Amortegui is a senior studying journalism at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Born and raised in Davie, Fla., Amber is a native South Floridian who embraces one of America’s most diverse regions.
Amber has a passion for telling extraordinary stories from ordinary people in her local community. She recognizes the fact that everyone -- regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation -- has a unique story that deserves attention.
Amber is the new Editor-in-Chief of PBA’s digital-first newspaper, The Beacon Today.
Amber’s love for audio journalism began seemingly out of nowhere. Last year she joined The Beacon Today’s podcast team without having any experience in the medium. Amber quickly realized how radio can augment and broaden storytelling. She developed a deep appreciation not only for the work reporters put into creating a show but also for how purposeful every decision must be to capture an atmosphere, an emotion, or an intention.
Amber won the Communicator Award of Distinction for Features Host for her podcast, "Up-And-Coming Gen Z Confronts Anxiety, Depression and Stress”. She spoke to three Gen Zers about their struggles with mental health disorders, and she captured the raw emotions that carried the weight of their experiences. That’s when Amber noticed that giving someone a microphone and pressing “Record” is one of the most effective ways to captivate the true essence of a stranger’s anecdote.
Prior to joining WLRN, Amber interned at Study Breaks, Haute Living, and VideoBolt. Aside from journalism, Amber loves going to the beach, listening to music, playing basketball, and cruising on her rollerblades.
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Parents, teachers, and school districts are adjusting to inflated prices for school supplies ahead of the new school year. Also, many home insurance companies are at risk of downgrades. Plus, what would Miami-Dade County look like if it were hit by Hurricane Irma in 30 years?
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Parents, teachers, and school districts are adjusting to inflated prices for school supplies ahead of the new school year. Also, many home insurance companies are at risk of downgrades. Plus, what would Miami-Dade County look like if it were hit by Hurricane Irma in 30 years?
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Rent continues to skyrocket. How long will that last? Also, it’s National Stuttering Awareness Week, and we’re talking with the Miami Speech Institute. Plus, Richard Blanco shares with us how South Florida has impacted his poetry.
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Rent continues to skyrocket. How long will that last? Also, it’s National Stuttering Awareness Week, and we’re talking with the Miami Speech Institute. Plus, Richard Blanco shares with us how South Florida has impacted his poetry.
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Miami Beach’s handling of Spring Break has led to concerns about over-policing in largely Black crowds. Ultra Music Festival welcomes back Afrobeta. Plus, there’s a lost time capsule from 1972 somewhere in Key West.
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Miami Beach’s handling of Spring Break has led to concerns about over-policing in largely Black crowds. Ultra Music Festival welcomes back Afrobeta. Plus, there’s a lost time capsule from 1972 somewhere in Key West.
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Abortion legalization is increasing across Latin America. Also, there’s already voting fraud issues in South Florida ahead of the midterm elections. Plus, remembering the late global health advocate, Dr. Paul Farmer.
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Abortion legalization is increasing across Latin America. Also, there’s already voting fraud issues in South Florida ahead of the midterm elections. Plus, remembering the late global health advocate, Dr. Paul Farmer.
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The Dream Defenders organized vigils and other commemoration events across Florida to celebrate the life of Trayvon Martin.
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South Florida didn’t see a major storm this hurricane season, but rapid intensification could catch people by surprise next season. Also, Miami Art Week’s representation, equity, and non-fungible tokens (a.k.a. NFTs).
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South Florida didn’t see a major storm this hurricane season, but rapid intensification could catch people by surprise next season. Also, Miami Art Week’s representation, equity, and non-fungible tokens (a.k.a. NFTs).
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We have an update on Monroe County’s environment and iguana invasion with Commissioner Holly Raschein. We get a preview of this year’s Miami Book Fair. Plus, our conversation with celebrity astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson.